Boston Comedy Festival Contest: Preliminary Round 8 at McCarthy's, Somerville, MA

Thursday, November 12, 2026 · 9:00 PM

McCarthy's, 1912 Massachusetts Ave Cambridge Ma

$20–$25

The Boston Comedy Festival Comedy Competition brings 96 comedians from across the country and Canada to Boston for one of New England’s biggest stand-up competitions. Over eight preliminary rounds, 12 comedians take the stage at each show, all competing for a spot in the semifinals. Only 32 comedians advance, so expect a packed night of sharp, varied sets as the field gets cut down.

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